How to Give

When you decide to make a legacy, or planned, gift to support the students and programs at SUNY Brockport, you also decide what form your gift will take. You choose the way that makes the most sense for your personal situation.
Click on the examples below to learn more about the options available to you.

• Bequest
  You designate Brockport as the beneficiary of your asset by will, trust or beneficiary designation form.
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• IRA Rollover
  You may be looking for a way to make a big difference to the mission of the Brockport Foundation. If you are 70 ½ or older, an IRA charitable rollover is a way you can help support our students' and receive benefits for this year.
  
  Last year, in response to COVID-19, the CARES Act waived required minimum distributions (RMD) for 2020. This year, and beyond, the RMD is back and the same rules that were in effect at the beginning of 2020 are back in place. Although the rules may change again, in 2022 so it's crucial that you stay informed and understand the RMD rules. Come back here often for the latest information and tips on maximizing your giving options.
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• Beneficiary Designation Gifts
  Beneficiary Designation Gifts
  You can designate Brockport as a beneficiary of a retirement, investment or bank account or your life insurance policy.
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• Charitable Gift Annuity
  You transfer your cash or appreciated property to Brockport in exchange for our promise to pay you fixed payments (with rates based on your age) for the rest of your life.
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• Charitable Remainder Unitrust
  You transfer your cash or appreciated property to fund a charitable remainder unitrust. The trust sells your property tax free and provides you with income for life or a term of years.
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• Charitable Remainder Annuity Trust
  You transfer your cash or appreciated property to fund a charitable remainder annuity trust. The trust sells your property tax free and provides you with fixed income for life or a term of years.
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• Charitable Lead Trust
  You fund a trust that makes gifts to Brockport for a number of years. Your family receives the trust remainder at substantial tax savings.
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• Sale and Unitrust
  You give a portion of your property to Brockport to fund a charitable remainder trust, when the property sells you receive cash and income for life.
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• Bargain Sale
  Brockport purchases your property for less than fair market value. You receive cash and a charitable deduction for the difference between the market value and purchase price.
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• Give it Twice Trust
  You provide your children with a stream of income while making a gift to charity.
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• Life Estate Reserved
  You give your property to Brockport but retain the right to use the property during your life.
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• Blended Gifts
  There are many combination gift options that can make your giving go farther than a simple gift of cash or property.
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